Highly Skilled Professional Visa

The Point-Based System

Japan's Highly Skilled Professional (高度専門職) visa uses a point system based on academic background, professional experience, and annual salary. Applicants scoring 70+ points qualify for preferential immigration benefits. Three categories exist: • Advanced Academic Research Activities (高度学術研究活動) • Advanced Specialized/Technical Activities (高度専門・技術活動) • Advanced Business Management Activities (高度経営・管理活動)

Preferential Benefits

• Multiple residence activities permitted simultaneously • 5-year residence period granted • Relaxed requirements for Permanent Residency (3 years, or 1 year with 80+ points) • Spouse can work without a separate work visa • Ability to bring parents under certain conditions • Ability to bring domestic workers under certain conditions • Preferential processing at Immigration Bureau

Tanaka-sensei's Process

1. Point Calculation — I assess your qualifications against the official point table 2. Category Selection — I determine which HSP category maximizes your benefits 3. Evidence Assembly — I compile academic credentials, salary documentation, and professional achievements 4. Application Filing — I submit a comprehensive package with supporting calculations 5. PR Fast-Track Planning — I create a roadmap to Permanent Residency through the HSP pathway